Rosedene, Oak Hill Road, Stapleford Abbotts, ROMFORD, RM4 1JJ

to demolish the existing bungalow and replace with a new dwelling

Authority: Epping Forest District Council
Appeal type: householder · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Sylvester G

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effects of the proposed development on the mix of housing within the Council's area
the effects of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
the effects of the proposed development on the living conditions of the occupiers of Hillside and Long Acres, with particular regard to outlook and privacy

What decided it

The cumulative harm to housing mix, character and appearance, and neighbouring living conditions, combined with limited offsetting benefits, meant the proposal conflicted with the development plan and the presumption in favour of sustainable development did not apply.

Framework references: 11, 63, 135

Plan policies cited: Policy H1, Policy DM9, Policy DM10

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